Link US Tree Removal Notice

Summary: In preparation for future construction activities, the Link Union Station (Link US) Project has applied to the City of Los Angeles for a permit to remove 4 trees located at 728 E. Commercial St. Los Angeles, CA 90012. These trees will be replaced at a ratio of 2:1 by the Project. Removal of the trees will allow for the construction of a bridge over the U.S. 101 freeway.  The Project will provide new run-through tracks to improve and expand regional rail capacity at Los Angeles Union Station.  

Three out off four trees identified in the Tree Removal Application  

Locations:  

• Commercial St and Vignes St  

Noteworthy 

• Metro submitted tree removal permit application to the Streets LA/Urban Forestry Division (UFD).  A public hearing on the permit at the Board of Public Works will be schedule at a later time.   

• Tree removal process (for 3 or more trees) requires 30-day posting period to allow for public comment. 

• To sign up for Tree removal notification system, visit http://bsspermits.lacity.org/treepostings/ 

• Trees will be removed based on construction phasing and pending City of Los Angeles permit approval.

• To receive electronic updates or to learn more, please visit the project website at metro.net/linkus, call 213.922.2524 or e-mail linkunionstation@metro.net.

More Information
Local access, Pedestrian Access, and Emergency Responder Access will be maintained during work activities.

Construction is a dynamic process, and information is subject to change without notice.

Metro Bus Service
Nearby bus stops or routes may be temporarily affected. Riders can call 323.GO.METRO or use Metro’s App for current service information and trip planning.

If you see an encampment or someone in need: Visit LAHSA's online outreach request site LA-HOP at https://www.lahsa.org/portal/apps/la-hop/request. For more information and referrals for any Health and Human Services, call 2‐1‐1 or visit 211LA.org.